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“Mr. President, I rise today to submit a resolution honoring the African American spiritual as a national treasure.... I am very proud to sponsor this resolution and grateful to the individuals who helped make this landmark occasion possible. In particular, I would like to thank Calvin Earl, a New Jersey native, who is a noted performer and educator on African American spirituals for his vision and dedication in helping make this resolution a reality.”

-- U.S. Senator Robert Menendez

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